Automated Test System

Accuracy and efficiency are the cornerstones for any

successful meter shop or production facility. Watthour
Engineering, a Radian Research company, offers a line of
meter testing hardware and software products that combine
over thirty years of meter testing experience and customer
dedication with the insight into today’s technologies to
bring you industry leading test solutions.

WECO’s Model 2150 automated test system is a fully ANSI compliant testboard Specifications:
that uses a single voltage and three independently controlled isolated current • Input voltage:
120 or 240VAC (3 wire), 50 or
sources to test all electromechanical and solid state meters up to 50 Amps. The 60Hz single-phase
internal NIST traceable Radian Research RD-20 series reference standard brings • Input power:
unparalleled accuracy. 650VA Maximum
• System accuracy:
Utilizing a precision laser optics system, the Model 2150 can test meters through For current ranges 0.2A–50.0A
the most grime-coated covers with unfailing accuracy. This same laser technology >>KWH +/− 0.04% at 1.0 P.F.
makes it possible to test using the disk’s edge without wasting time with the tricky (+/− 0.01% typical)
optics adjustments found with other test systems. >>KWH +/− 0.04% at 0.5 P.F.
(+/− 0.01% typical)
Convenience, functionality, and reliability are at the heart of the Model 2150’s >>KW +/− 0.075%
>>System accuracy is based upon the high
design. Smart Socket™ technology combines extra long socket life, minimal
accuracy of the NIST traceable Radian
insertion force, and ultra-quiet operation. With the OPTOCOM™ option, you can RD-20 series reference standard.
snap the optic coupler head in place to both test and program meters. Minimal • Voltage and current accuracy:
power consumption, weight, and footprint make this testboard ideal for van 0.50% true RMS
mounted testing using a power inverter. Test meters using KYZ through cables • Phase angle accuracy: +/− 0.5°
or directly off the meter stabs, and use the built-in speaker to hear each pulse. • Test frequency: 50 or 60Hz
• Voltage harmonic distortion:
Less than 1.0% THD
Unlock the power and flexibility of your WECO (less than 0.5% typical)
testboard with Winboard ™ meter testing software. • Current harmonic distortion:
Less than 1.0% THD
Winboard
(less than 0.3% typical)
• Winboard utilizes software wizards to simplify even the • Meter forms tested:
most complicated tasks. >>1S-6S, 8S-17S, 19S, 21S, 24S, 26S,
29S, 35S, 36S, 45S, 46S, 56S, 66S
• A strikingly user-friendly interface makes it easy to select >>New meter forms can be added
test sequences, elements, and service types. using the testboard utility
included in the software package.
• The powerful combination of file/graph,
test time, and Hyper Sequence™ • Dimensions & Weight:
21˝ W × 20˝H × 21˝D, 125 LBS
features gives you total control
over all test parameters. • Warranty:
Two (2) year limited warranty
• Customizable security options and (all parts and labor).
WECO’s dedicated customer support Manufacturer warranty on computer.
team round out this robust software
package.

Watthour Engineering Company, Inc. 333 Cross Park Drive Phone 601-933-0900
www.watthour.com Pearl, Mississippi 39208 Fax 601-933-0901
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 Automated Test System Testboard Features:
• Test voltage:
>>60–600V; programmable in 0.01V steps
• Test current:
>>0.25–50A; programmable in
Laser Optics 0.001A steps
• Power factor test angle:
WECO’s advanced laser optics has revolutionized meter testing. This innovative >>0–359.9°
system employs a high intensity light beam that safely delivers highly accurate >>Selectable in 0.1° increments
test results even through meter covers coated in dirt and grime. Whether testing • Test revolutions:
off the black mark or through the creep holes, trust the WECO laser optics system >>1–65,534
• Test time:
to give you the precision that you demand with the ease you deserve. >>Selectable from 1–9999 seconds
(minimum of at least one energy pulse)
Testboard Options: Smart Socket™ • Demand (KW) testing:
>>Standard revolutions
• Additional meter test stations:
Low insertion force Smart (1–99999 revolutions)
Three (3) stations maximum per cabinet. >>Time run (up to 99 HRS, 59 MIN, 59 SEC)
Socket™ technology, fitted
Six (6) stations maximum operated by one • Contact device testing:
with high conduction Form “A” or “C” capability
computer.
silver and gold connections, • Hyper Sequence™:
• OPTOCOM™: and an electronic socket Four quadrant automated meter testing
Optics coupler allows pulse testing and meter control, provide an ex- • File/graph testing
• Solid state voltage and current loading
programming through the optical port of many cellent connection and
• Voltage and current electronically
solid state meters without changing optics extended hardware life- ramped between tests
coupler. span. A quiet, cutting-edge • Automatic slew between tests to
• Barcode printer with software solenoid motor results in minimize test time
reliable and quiet opera- • Potential clips closed for testing
• Barcode reader with software
• Smart Socket™ with minimal
• Multi-function testing capability tion. insertion force
• Higher accuracy reference standard available
• Computer memory and storage upgrades
Bar Code Option • Front panel controls allow fast, easy
test selection
Attach an optional barcode • Modulated laser optics for through
• Bottom connected single stator adapter hole and reflect disk sensing
• Bottom connected multi stator adapter
scanner and printer to
• Three optical pickups:
• Custom adapter design available
you r testboa rd to c ut Top, bottom, and middle/center
meter processing and • Visual and audible (volume
• Automated standards compare adapter for
data entry time. Scan AEP controlled) pulse indication for
RM or RD standards aid in aligning optical sensor
barcodes on meters with
• LED bar graph for signal strength
a wave of the barcode • No sensitivity adjustment necessary
scanner to automate the data entry process, or print custom barcodes to automate for optics
customer information entry during testing. Either way, the optional barcode • Easily removable reference standard
scanner and printer will save your shop time and money. for recertification
• PC Minimum System:
>>Dell™ standard business class
OPTOCOM™ Mini Tower PC
>>17” flat screen monitor
With this optional OPTOCOM™ interface, you can test and program meters >>Microsoft Windows® 7
without changing heads. Just clamp the head on for testing and forget worrying Professional operating system
about aligning optics or detecting creep holes. When the test is complete, you can • Windows® compatible Winboard™
software
program the meter without replacing heads. The OPTOCOM™ option takes the
• WATT-Net™ data management software
error and effort out of meter testing and programming.

Watthour Engineering Company, Inc. 333 Cross Park Drive Phone 601-933-0900
www.watthour.com Pearl, Mississippi 39208 Fax 601-933-0901
© 2015 Radian Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Information within this document may change without notice. 11-19-15